These E320 Cabriolets are among my favorite full-sized Mercedes. Produced in limited quantity for only two model years, 1994 and 1995, I believe these cars are destined to become highly collectible in the future, much the same as the 280SE Cabriolets of the early '70's are today. These E-Class convertibles were produced largely by hand and they sold, when new, for more than $80,000, a very high price in the mid-1990's.

The E320 is powered by the reliable and proven Mercedes 217 h.p. 3.2 liter fuel-injected I-6 motor with a 4-speed automatic transmission. Mercedes included most of their luxury options as standard equipment on this model: climate-controlled air-conditioning with automatic temperature control, power windows, power convertible top, power steering, 4-wheel anti-lock (ABS) disc brakes, cruise control, central locking system, power 10-way heated seats, 2-position memory driver's seat, dual air bags, integrated roll-over protection, security system, rear seat wind deflector, Blaupunct AM-FM stereo radio with power antenna, powered telescopic steering wheel, and alloy wheels. This car has the optional trunk-mounted 6-CD player. Included also are all manuals, first-aid kit and, the factory tool kit, still in its original wrapper.

I have now owned 15 of these wonderful cars and they remain my favorite full-size convertible for casual summertime driving. Many of these cars that I have sold were purchased by buyers who owned one when they were new and, wished they had never let them go. I plan to always have at least one to enjoy myself.

The car has been completely gone through with all fluids changed and every mechanical element inspected by the experts at Black Florest LLC in Glendale WI (www.blackforestllc.com). It has new Michelin tires mounted on flawless alloy wheels and, a new Mercedes battery. It has been completely detailed and is ready to be enjoyed by its next owner.

If you have never owned or driven one of these very special Mercedes, you owe it to yourself to try one. You can buy this low-mileage example for only a fraction of its original cost. That may not be possible in the years ahead.